How Canadian Winters Affect Stone Interiors
Temperature swings between -25°C and +35°C across most Canadian provinces create specific challenges for stone materials. Thermal expansion, moisture infiltration near entrances, and humidity cycling in basements all influence which materials perform well long-term.
Slate and quartzite generally handle freeze-thaw stress better than marble in entryway applications. Granite remains the most common countertop choice partly because of its low absorption rate — typically under 0.4% — which resists the moisture variations that come with heating-season indoor air.
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